Sri Lanka Services PMI

Last Release

Dec 31, 2025

Actual

67.9

Units In

Points

50.5

Frequency

Monthly

Next Release

Feb 17, 2026

Time to Release

30 Days 1 Hours

Highest	Lowest	Average	Date Range	Source
71.1 Jul 2024	29.8 Apr 2020	56 Points	2015-2025	Central Bank of Sri Lanka

The Services Sri Lanka PMI (Purchasing Managers' Index) is based on data collected from a representative panel of 140 companies based in the Sri Lanka's service sector. The index tracks variables such as sales, employment, inventories and prices. A reading above 50 indicates that the services sector is generally expanding; below 50 indicates that it is generally declining.

Latest Updates

Sri Lanka’s Services PMI rose sharply to 67.9 in December 2025 from 50.5 in November, indicating a strong expansion in services sector activity. The increase was mainly driven by growth in wholesale and retail trade amid heightened festive season demand, with additional support from business-related activities, accommodation, and food and beverage services. New Businesses increased to 64.9 from 53.6, underpinned by improved activity in wholesale and retail trade, alongside strengthened performance in financial services. Employment growth moderated during the month, with the index easing to 52.6 from 55.7. Meanwhile, Backlogs of Work continued to expand for the second consecutive month, rising to 53.8 from 51.1. Looking ahead, Expectations for Business Activity over the next quarter turned optimistic, supported by improving macroeconomic conditions, seasonal tourism-related factors, and the normalization of weather-related disruptions.